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20 Questions With Kaitlin Lesser, Alpha Metal Finishing
Kaitlin Lesser is the Office Manager at Alpha Metal Finishing in Dexter, Michigan. Lesser has a business degree from Washtenaw Community College, minoring in marketing. She also works alongside her hu...
Alex Elliott Is Now Providing Quality Assurance for Alpha
Two of the most important aspects of Alpha Metal Finishing are our employees and the quality of our work. We can’t have one without the other and now we’re especially grateful for Alex Elliott, ou...
Alpha Metal Finishing's Wastewater Solution Profiled in Finishing & Coating Magazine
Read the latest from Finishing & Coating Magazine about Alpha’s long-standing issues with our wastewater system!
Wally LaBurn Is Alpha's New Chemistry and Environmental Specialist
At Alpha, we know our employees are the backbone of our company’s success. Sometimes we recognize that an employee’s background and strengths could be an asset in areas beyond their current job de...
Anodized Garden Stakes
Calling all gardeners, green thumbs, and horticulturists! Do you have trouble remembering which plant you planted in areas of your garden?
The Working Genius of Alpha's Employees
At Alpha, we can’t emphasize the importance of our employees enough. They are the reason we have been providing top-quality service for 46 years and counting to hundreds of loyal customers. And no m...
A minute with Kaitlin Lesser, Alpha's Office Manager
Our employees make Alpha the strong, respected business it has been for more than 45 years. This month we would like to introduce you to one of our great team members, Office Manager Kaitlin Lesser.
A minute with Sara Smith, Alpha's Production Coordinator
At Alpha, we know our biggest strength is our employees, who are the foundation to our success. We would like to spotlight Sara Smith, our new Production Coordinator, who has been with us since 2018 b...
A Culture of Care: Alpha's CEO on The Recipe For a Successful Business, Part 3
You already know your organization is so much more than where you make your living. It’s important to cultivate a working environment where your employees can thrive and where you can buil...
A Culture of Care: Alpha's CEO on The Recipe For a Successful Business, Part 2
In our last installment, we covered the importance of caring for your team. A team that feels appreciated and valued is the foundation of your company’s success! If you have created a team of people...
A Culture of Care: Alpha's CEO on The Recipe For a Successful Business, Part 1
Our Owner and CEO Greg Wood was happy to share insights with Finishing & Coating Magazine about the ways in which strong leadership and teamwork makes a successful business! The magazine’s edito...
After 45 Years of Metal Finishing, Alpha Is Still Going Strong
In 1976, Bob Wood founded Alpha Metal Finishing after working as an engineer for various companies. His goal: superior quality metal finishing, provided with a rapid turnaround and friendly, responsiv...
Alpha Remembers Dedicated Employee, Ilze Black, One Year After Her Passing
It is hard to believe that a little over a year has passed since our dedicated team member, Ilze Black, passed away. In July of 2020, Alpha Metal Finishing lost a beloved and hard-working employee aft...
Alpha Hit The Links In June With Two Golf Outings!
June was a great month to hit the links as we competed in two golf tournaments alongside members of our community! After a year like 2020, it’s been great to see everyone while supporting important ...
Alpha Profiled in Finishing & Coating Magazine
We made the news again! Finishing & Coating Magazine recently published a profile about Alpha Metal Finishing, capturing the strong leadership values that help set us apart. We’re known for qual...